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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 2008

Page

3

FEMA evaluating emergency housing options for disaster victims

FEMA continues assessing disaster housing as hurricane season starts June 1. Prefab cottages with porches, tested for wind resistance, attract interest after Katrina. Officials prefer rental units near communities, but trailers remain available if needed.

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Quiet home upgrades cut noise and save energy

Improve comfort and cut energy bills by tightening the home's thermal envelope. Seal cracks, seal doors and windows, ensure adequate insulation, and reduce air leakage. Add landscaping with trees to block wind and absorb noise. Use heavy drapes and double pane windows to further reduce sound and heat transfer.

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Hot tubs vs spas show key design and cost differences

The piece explains hot tubs use wooden barrels while spas are fiberglass or acrylic. It notes maintenance ease, cleaning challenges, and design variety, plus common needs like permits, extra wiring, fencing, and potential higher electric bills and ongoing chemical treatment for water.

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